As we close in on the November General Election, now just six weeks away, Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is emphasizing the role business leaders can play in making sure citizens have access to trusted information. She says it’s everyone’s responsibility.

“A strong economy requires a strong democracy, and a strong democracy requires citizens have clarity, confidence in our elections and certainty as well,” Benson said. “So, really business leaders can play a critical role in ensuring that clarity and confidence and certainty are felt by not just those within your purview and your employees and customers, but citizens all around the state of Michigan.”

Speaking as part of a Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce webinar on the potential impact of artificial intelligence on election information, Benson said voters should verify before re-posting or repeating any piece of potentially false information.